I feel like you can really see him starting to fully engage with the work and training. You can see his brain ticking and his eyes open and paying attention. He’s a beautiful sweet boy
Such a great reminder to get back to basics and for horse and rider to have a happy, calm experience. Thank you so much you are helping so many people ( and horses) I love the way you explain each step and why. 👏🏻
Alicia the amount of careful and thorough planning that you put into these videos is incredible. I am loving the OTTB series. You are a fabulous teacher, the way you explain everything is so helpful. I’m learning so much. Thank you 😀
Never thought of being led on a trail, such good idea, just something you associate with small children, but it shouldn't be. Also shoutout to your friend she was awesome for showing us a realistic example.
We always took 2 experienced horses and riders with the youngster. One in front one behind. I don't like leading personally. But this is a great idea if you do not have other horses to help you.
Well done all! Good process. Another version if baulking is to shift the shoulders across and if stuck, waite a moment and try again moving calmly and gently to encourage a step forward to rebalance. Find this works no aggressive acts. Make a batch if fly spray!💕
Good boy Mowgley!! You've been doing such a great job with him. I got back on my 4 y/o OTTB mare after a month off (I was treating her for ulcers and had a concussion - not caused by my horses lol), and she was such a good girl. We just walked and stood around, but she released a lot of nervous energy in a positive way. I was very proud of her! I'm excited to incorporate your tips in our riding!
Gee whiz. I'm the first one on here. Obsessed much? Lol. Thank you again so very much for an awesome video. Wow i learnt so much yet again. Mowgli is really a superstar. Gonna be an awesome dressage horse
Very valuable thankyou Alicia & Team. Great to see yr tips & yr approach, is entirely transferable to my own horse & goals to ride out safely & comfortably. 👏👏👏❤
Thanks for sharing once again. I think consistency and calmness are so important. Might be tedious for the rider but so beneficial for the horse. When you're calm and consistent of how you react in certain situations, your horse eventually picks up on it
I love the difference between English and Western riding: English: "I'm going to take two days to prepare my horse for this nice slow hack. I'll have someone lead me for safety." Western: "Tack up that 3 year old, get your ass in that saddle and go. If he gives you diddley squat sit down and ride." Cowgirl strong here, but gotta admit the concept is perfect for nice flat hacking trails. Can't ask someone to lead my horse in the mountains sadly unless I want to owe them a lifetime supply of beer.
lots of helpful ideas ! Yesterday I practised the suppling exercises you talked about last time, I mean a serpentine in canter- quite challenging, even for an experienced horse :) We spent summer hacking, but I love dressage, and I'm planning sessions in the arena as well ;) especially now, in the autumn, so looking forward to your videos !
Thanks, Alicia for this video I have been worried about taking my horses on trail rides, but I think that I would be comfortable being lead. I love watching Mowgley's progress just need to start work with my new OTTB.
Same for me as the Pony I share doesn't like going in the school or being ridden in the field which I feel he really needs it esp before going out on a hack x
Confess that I don't like someone leading my horse on a lead rope while I am riding because their safety becomes something else that I have to worry about. Having a calm sensible person walk next to your horse is a big help. The icing on the cake would be having another calm sensible person on a calm sensible horse.
Yes agreed you need to be so careful about safety! Also with other horses it can be good but relies on having a very reliable, quiet horse to make the experience good.
Not sure if it’s been covered yet, but I’d be really interested in the next episode to cover feeding routine or recommendations.. I’m currently awaiting my ottb to arrive from Ireland 🇮🇪 😄
ive recently started learning how to canter and fell off as i got unbalanced and i lost a stirrup as i continuously felt my stirrup slip off. are there any tips to be able to keep myself balanced and keep my foot in the stirrup?
Yes! There is absolutely some tips you can think of and try when riding, have a look at this video about what the most secure position for the rider is in the saddle ruclips.net/video/qL8swhRKY5s/видео.html
Hi Guys, amazing job as usual so helpful! Question: I have a horse that has started the habit of jig jogging or breaking to trot when I want him to walk. He is ok at the beginning of the workout but seems to get worse as we go along. It's getting very frustrating. How do I correct this pleassse 🙏
Hi Lauren, great question! When the horse is jogging at the walk it means the horse has tension or is a little nervous. Walk can be the most difficult pace and especially for a forward thinking horse it can be difficult for the horse to relax. Try to think that it is our job as the rider to show the horse that it can be relaxed in the walk. You can do this by only starting with small amounts and using some suppleness exercises to help the horse release the tension in the body. Hope this helps.
I haven't finished the video yet so I'm not sure if you add this but I would recommend if anyone does this that your person leading also has a helmet on :)
100%… it is a god point that you can’t argue with. Yes, her wearing a helmet would make it even safer. And yes, I can’t see a reason why she can’t wear one in future. Thank you! Great point
I am somewhat puzzled. If this is an OTTB then it will have done loads of roadwork within the training programme from long reining to riding. If it has actually raced it will be used to all sorts of noises, people and general hubbub. Our horses were taken out in a string and also worked alone, as not all the horses on the yard would attend a race meeting so a horse may be taken without company. I fully understand having somone work with you as we usually worked in twos when training but that, I think, applies to any breed of horse (or pony) when you are training it. When working with SJs schooling over jumps there absolutely had to be two (if not three) people present from the safety angle.
Hi Emma, of course you are right, however safety always comes first and when we show the journey with Mowgley we need to remember that riders of all levels and experience are watching and learning so the approach with the horse needs to be one that everyone can follow and for horses with varying experience, I know you have a lot of experience with racehorses so you may do things differently, we just want to show a journey applicable to all levels and experiences! 💕
I’ve got a Rehabilitated race horse who’s retrained in showjumping and hunting. We were doing great. Then he took a spook on a gallop. He loves to be lead, thinks he’s still winning races 😂
Good question. They go outside everyday, but these flys we only have for a few months per year. They are very nasty little things a bite!!! So the horses go out each day but they are very managed. So fly masks and spray, and as soon as they get agitated we go rescue them!
Oh my gosh!! That horse's hindquarters are full of sweat....how much work did they do before this "outing?"..too bad they didn't show that part.....hmmmmm
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So nice to see an example of this. Never considered having someone lead me. This is a great way to ensure a positive experience all the way around!
Thank you!
Really love your sympathetic, simple and consistent way of training
Thank you!
I feel like you can really see him starting to fully engage with the work and training. You can see his brain ticking and his eyes open and paying attention. He’s a beautiful sweet boy
Yes, He is! Thank you :)
Love this so much, reminds me a bit of Warwick Schiller’s point of ‘always asking yes questions’ 🥰
Thank you :)
Such a great reminder to get back to basics and for horse and rider to have a happy, calm experience. Thank you so much you are helping so many people ( and horses) I love the way you explain each step and why. 👏🏻
You are so welcome! Really glad you love the videos x
Alicia the amount of careful and thorough planning that you put into these videos is incredible. I am loving the OTTB series. You are a fabulous teacher, the way you explain everything is so helpful. I’m learning so much. Thank you 😀
I'm so glad!
Never thought of being led on a trail, such good idea, just something you associate with small children, but it shouldn't be. Also shoutout to your friend she was awesome for showing us a realistic example.
Absolutely!
We always took 2 experienced horses and riders with the youngster. One in front one behind. I don't like leading personally. But this is a great idea if you do not have other horses to help you.
Thank you! Yes often people do not have access to lovely quiet, reliable horses so this is a good option that anyone can do x
Well done all! Good process. Another version if baulking is to shift the shoulders across and if stuck, waite a moment and try again moving calmly and gently to encourage a step forward to rebalance. Find this works no aggressive acts. Make a batch if fly spray!💕
Thanks for sharing!
Good boy Mowgley!! You've been doing such a great job with him. I got back on my 4 y/o OTTB mare after a month off (I was treating her for ulcers and had a concussion - not caused by my horses lol), and she was such a good girl. We just walked and stood around, but she released a lot of nervous energy in a positive way. I was very proud of her! I'm excited to incorporate your tips in our riding!
Love this!! So lovely to hear your journey with your horse is going well x
Gee whiz. I'm the first one on here. Obsessed much? Lol. Thank you again so very much for an awesome video. Wow i learnt so much yet again. Mowgli is really a superstar. Gonna be an awesome dressage horse
Hey! Thank you as well! :)
Very valuable thankyou Alicia & Team. Great to see yr tips & yr approach, is entirely transferable to my own horse & goals to ride out safely & comfortably. 👏👏👏❤
Wonderful! Loving the support from you!
Thanks for sharing once again. I think consistency and calmness are so important. Might be tedious for the rider but so beneficial for the horse. When you're calm and consistent of how you react in certain situations, your horse eventually picks up on it
Very true! It does pay off in time when you take time and patience with the horses ✨
Awesome! Love how you just simplify everything and make it ok to go back to basics and even be led! LOVE IT!! Thank you ❤😘
Thank you :)
I love the difference between English and Western riding:
English: "I'm going to take two days to prepare my horse for this nice slow hack. I'll have someone lead me for safety."
Western: "Tack up that 3 year old, get your ass in that saddle and go. If he gives you diddley squat sit down and ride."
Cowgirl strong here, but gotta admit the concept is perfect for nice flat hacking trails. Can't ask someone to lead my horse in the mountains sadly unless I want to owe them a lifetime supply of beer.
Yes there are certainly different ways of doing things! Your handler would get a good workout going up and down the hills!!!
lots of helpful ideas ! Yesterday I practised the suppling exercises you talked about last time, I mean a serpentine in canter- quite challenging, even for an experienced horse :) We spent summer hacking, but I love dressage, and I'm planning sessions in the arena as well ;) especially now, in the autumn, so looking forward to your videos !
Thank you so much!
Thanks, Alicia for this video I have been worried about taking my horses on trail rides, but I think that I would be comfortable being lead. I love watching Mowgley's progress just need to start work with my new OTTB.
Hi Tracey, yes this is such a great way to start it and feel more confident! Good luck and let us know how you go x
Same for me as the Pony I share doesn't like going in the school or being ridden in the field which I feel he really needs it esp before going out on a hack x
Well done Ash.
Yes!! She did such a great job!
Love this!!!!! Got my OTTB 6 weeks ago!
Wow! Good for you!
Love following along with this series! I have my own ottb and this helps a lot!
Glad you enjoy it! xx
I learnt a lot. Thank you.
Wow! Love it x
Loving the videos will use these tips x
Great!! xx
Confess that I don't like someone leading my horse on a lead rope while I am riding because their safety becomes something else that I have to worry about. Having a calm sensible person walk next to your horse is a big help. The icing on the cake would be having another calm sensible person on a calm sensible horse.
Yes agreed you need to be so careful about safety! Also with other horses it can be good but relies on having a very reliable, quiet horse to make the experience good.
Not sure if it’s been covered yet, but I’d be really interested in the next episode to cover feeding routine or recommendations..
I’m currently awaiting my ottb to arrive from Ireland 🇮🇪 😄
I bet you are excited about your horse arriving! Have a look at this episode as it covers feeding ruclips.net/video/-IIFoNWFO-s/видео.html ✨
@@YourRidingSuccess amazing thanks 🙏🏼
Really like these tips!
Glad you like them!
What is it with these damn flies this year!!! Never known it so bad. Great hack, well done x
Thank you :)
ive recently started learning how to canter and fell off as i got unbalanced and i lost a stirrup as i continuously felt my stirrup slip off. are there any tips to be able to keep myself balanced and keep my foot in the stirrup?
Yes! There is absolutely some tips you can think of and try when riding, have a look at this video about what the most secure position for the rider is in the saddle ruclips.net/video/qL8swhRKY5s/видео.html
I'm liking you more and more.
Love it! Thank you :)
Love this.
Thank you!! xx
Hi Guys, amazing job as usual so helpful!
Question: I have a horse that has started the habit of jig jogging or breaking to trot when I want him to walk. He is ok at the beginning of the workout but seems to get worse as we go along. It's getting very frustrating. How do I correct this pleassse 🙏
Hi Lauren, great question! When the horse is jogging at the walk it means the horse has tension or is a little nervous. Walk can be the most difficult pace and especially for a forward thinking horse it can be difficult for the horse to relax. Try to think that it is our job as the rider to show the horse that it can be relaxed in the walk. You can do this by only starting with small amounts and using some suppleness exercises to help the horse release the tension in the body. Hope this helps.
@@YourRidingSuccess Thank you 😊
I haven't finished the video yet so I'm not sure if you add this but I would recommend if anyone does this that your person leading also has a helmet on :)
100%… it is a god point that you can’t argue with. Yes, her wearing a helmet would make it even safer. And yes, I can’t see a reason why she can’t wear one in future. Thank you! Great point
you are amazing thanks for another great video!
You are so welcome!
You are so wonderful and blessing angel ❤️😍♥️💕✨
Thank you Lauren!
You are so amazing inspiring LUV U 💛💙
Aww thank you! Love lots! x
I am somewhat puzzled. If this is an OTTB then it will have done loads of roadwork within the training programme from long reining to riding. If it has actually raced it will be used to all sorts of noises, people and general hubbub. Our horses were taken out in a string and also worked alone, as not all the horses on the yard would attend a race meeting so a horse may be taken without company. I fully understand having somone work with you as we usually worked in twos when training but that, I think, applies to any breed of horse (or pony) when you are training it. When working with SJs schooling over jumps there absolutely had to be two (if not three) people present from the safety angle.
Hi Emma, of course you are right, however safety always comes first and when we show the journey with Mowgley we need to remember that riders of all levels and experience are watching and learning so the approach with the horse needs to be one that everyone can follow and for horses with varying experience, I know you have a lot of experience with racehorses so you may do things differently, we just want to show a journey applicable to all levels and experiences! 💕
I’ve got a Rehabilitated race horse who’s retrained in showjumping and hunting. We were doing great. Then he took a spook on a gallop. He loves to be lead, thinks he’s still winning races 😂
🤣🤣🤣
@@YourRidingSuccess any idea what I can do? We were doing well. Now I’m seeing issues in everything. I don’t want to ruin him.
Great job Ash, but I must admit I thought you were going to have you foot trodden on. I kept cringing ever time you turned around 🙂
Thank you :)
So do these horses never go outside? Just bc she said he hates flies so made me wonder why has he never had to deal w flies before?
Good question. They go outside everyday, but these flys we only have for a few months per year. They are very nasty little things a bite!!!
So the horses go out each day but they are very managed. So fly masks and spray, and as soon as they get agitated we go rescue them!
Oh my gosh!! That horse's hindquarters are full of sweat....how much work did they do before this "outing?"..too bad they didn't show that part.....hmmmmm
Hi Judy! See Tuesdays episode and you’ll see the whole ride! X